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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Corporate Taxation Manager |
| Position Code: | 732 | | Career Level: | 5 |
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Responsible for
Providing leadership and advice on corporate tax policy and participating in planning the Company's activities to optimise tax costs and tax compliance. |
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Reports To
Finance Director/General Manager/Chief Executive Officer. |
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| Supervises |
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Main Activities
Ensuring that all State and Federal Tax returns are prepared in compliance with various tax regulations and ensuring adequate provisions are made for the payment of taxes.
Representing the company in the event of audits, investigations or queries of revenue authorities.
Coordinating the lodgement of tax returns, reviewing assessments for objections on appeals, personally presenting and arranging objections or appeals.
Formulating, implementing and maintaining tax procedures and policies which includes the training of employees in correct methods of allocating costs such as travelling and entertainment.
Providing advice to Management of tax implications of proposed transactions including mergers, acquisitions and disposal of assets.
Advising Management of appropriate means to effectively reduce the incidence of tax by investigating opportunities.
Advising the organisation of developments which originate from such organisations as the Australian Bankers Association Tax Committee.
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Key Skills
Strong knowledge of Federal and State tax legislation.
Initiative planning and decision making.
Business Awareness.
Communication, analytical and computer skills.
Concern for order and quality.
Building relationships.
Consulting skills.
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Internal Contacts
Finance and Administration Staff, Marketing & Sales Managers, Line Managers and Internal Auditors. |
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External Contacts
Taxation and Legal advisers, External auditors, customers & suppliers. |
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Typical Experience
Relevant Bachelor degree with at least 10 years accounting experience/knowledge of Tax Assessment Act/State and Federal Legislation. |
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